Letters: I signed city mission petition

I signed city mission petition

As an early supporter, I signed the petition to revert to the better mission statement for the city, inclusive of arts and humanities and diversity.

While we may contact our aldermen directly regarding their decisions, the Herald Times Reporter is also a great tool for informing our public of notable topics. I thank you in advance for reading my submission and request your consideration in signing www.ipetitions.com/petition/city-of-manitowocs-mission.

From experience, there is a need for improvement in effective management and communication between the city committees and council. The committee process prior to council was not noted in the article. I hope the city and community takes note and demands improvement.

DIVERSITY. Diversity drives the best results. This basic principle (along with others) has encouraged me to run for local office.

We are a rural, Wisconsin city and thriving art community. We have a number of art groups and projects, including: Spirit of the Rivers, Waters Edge Artists, Lakeshore Artists Guild, Rahr-West, Capitol Civic Centre, Artist Lofts, and city murals (funded in part through room tax). Also, our local universities boast robust programs in music, theater and arts.

Arts and humanities are an integrated expression of the history and identity of Manitowoc and diversity is a vital attribute of our city's growth. I ask that these clauses remain in Manitowoc's mission statement.

Rhienna GabrielManitowoc

Make it a safe St. Pat’s

On March 17, Americans from coast to coast will don shamrock green and celebrate one of the biggest parties of the year — St. Patrick’s Day. If you’re over the legal drinking age, we’re asking you to stay under the limit and do your part to prevent drunk driving.

That’s why we’re joining Anheuser-Busch and asking pub-goers to #GiveADamn and get home safe no matter where the night takes you. Over the past 30 years, Anheuser-Busch and its wholesaler partners have invested more than $1 billion in the United States to promote alcohol responsibility and help prevent drunk driving.

When you’re making plans for this St. Patrick’s Day, think ahead to the end of the night and make the choice that keeps both you and the roads safe for everyone. Please use a designated driver, a taxi, ride-sharing service or public transportation if you’ve been celebrating with alcohol.

From everyone at Larry’s Distributing Company, have a happy and safe St. Patrick’s!